Q. What was 'Sardeshmukhi' in the Maratha administration?

मराठा प्रशासन में 'सरदेशमुखी' क्या था?

A
Land tax
भूमि का कर
B
Military contribution
सैन्य योगदान
C
Additional 10% levy over Chauth
चौथ पर अतिरिक्त 10% लेवी
D
Trade tax
वाणिज्य कर

Explanation

Sardeshmukhi was an additional 10% tax collected by the Marathas over the 25% Chauth from territories under their influence but not directly ruled by them. It was considered a hereditary right of the king.

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